Oldenlandia rhabdina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhabdina
ID:
255901
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 317 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255233
Common Names
- Oldenlandia rhabdina
- Rhabdine Oldenlandia
- Oldenlandia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oldenlandia rhabdina (also called 'Rhabdina Oldenlandia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in open, grassy areas, and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Oldenlandia rhabdina is used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oldenlandia rhabdina has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oldenlandia rhabdina is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Oldenlandia rhabdina
Oldenlandia rhabdina can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Oldenlandia rhabdina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia rhabdina?
Oldenlandia rhabdina
What is the common name of Oldenlandia rhabdina?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Oldenlandia rhabdina?
Dry forests and grasslands
Species in the Oldenlandia genus
Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-138702: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.